Elderflower Rum Smash
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 12.00 fresh Mint leaves
- 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
Directions
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Lightly muddle mint in base of Collins glass to bruise
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Add other ingredients
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Half fill glass with crushed ice
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Churn with bar spoon
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Fill glass to brim with more crushed ice
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Churn again
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Garnish with mint sprig
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Serve with straws
Cocktail Description
This refreshing sipper transforms the classic Smash into a fragrant, floral escape that's perfect when you need something bright and alive.
The Elderflower Rum Smash combines crisp white rum with the honeyed, lychee-like sweetness of St-Germain and the sharp brightness of fresh lime juice, all anchored by aromatic mint that gets gently bruised to release its oils. The Plantation 3 Stars brings a clean, sugarcane-forward base that doesn't fight with the delicate elderflower, while the crushed ice dilutes everything just enough to create a dangerously drinkable blend. It's the kind of drink that works beautifully on a warm afternoon or as a predinner refresher when you want something light but interesting. The technique is straightforward—some gentle muddling, a bit of churning with crushed ice—making it accessible for home bartenders who can handle basic mixing. Pair it with lighter fare like grilled fish tacos, Vietnamese summer rolls, or a citrus-dressed salad, where the herbaceous notes won't get buried under heavy flavors. The drink essentially tastes like spring in a glass, with enough rum backbone to remind you it's still a proper cocktail.
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